I have a confession to make. Before last Friday, I have never heard of the “Pagodon”. Incepted in Spring 1998 at Paris, the Kenzo “Pagodon” is actually a cute little bucket bag inspired by elements from South-East Asia and Japan, when Kenzo’s creator Takada was born.

Kenzo Pagodon 40th Birthday Exhibition

In conjunction with Kenzo’s 40th anniversary, the Pagadon “40th Birthday” Exhibition is in town from 11-20 March. I managed to catch these little cuties up close and personal.

Kenzo Pagodon 40th Birthday Exhibition

Kenzo Pagodon 40th Birthday Exhibition

The handle of the “Pagodon” bag is covered with tightly-spiralled leather and fixed by nickle ties shaped like a kimono collar. Don’t you think it looks a little bit like a gardening can?

Kenzo Pagodon 40th Birthday Exhibition

The shape of the bag is inspired by South East Asian harvesting baskets. Kenzo’s artistic director Antonio Marras introduced different ornaments and fabric to these bags.

Kenzo Pagodon 40th Birthday Exhibition

My favourite “Pagadon” bag of the lot, with lovely floral motifs.

Kenzo Pagodon 40th Birthday Exhibition

Kenzo Pagodon 40th Birthday Exhibition

These bags are currently on display in Kenzo boutique (Level 2) at Takashimaya Departmental Store. It is amazing how many possibilities can exist in this dainty bucket bag.

Kenzo Pagodon 40th Birthday Exhibition

With X-Wen, who brought me to this event! I was wearing my orange Shiseido Shimmering Rouge!

There was also a short fashion show featuring some of the latest Kenzo’s collection. Photos of the fashion show, featuring a cute male model, had been uploaded on my Facebook page.

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